Destination

Safiro cruise ship, Amazon River - Luxury expedition vessel navigating through the Amazon rainforest of Iquitos

A voyage into the heart of the rainforest! Explore the Pacaya Samiria reserve, one of Peru’s largest national parks. Navigate over the Amazon and Ucayali rivers on a cruise ship. Take a hike through the dense jungle in search of wildlife and birds or go piranha fishing.

Features: Unique – Deluxe tours – Navigable rivers

Inclusions:

From $3000

5/5

Itinerary

Fall in love with the Amazon, its culture, people and biodiversity

  • Explore Pacaya Samiria National Reserve onboard a Luxury cruise ship across the Ucayali river. 
  • Two or three daily excursions (with a maximum of 10 travelers per guide)
  • Speed boat trips and guided jungle walks.
  • Close encounters with Amazon wildlife, amazing bird-watching, observing pink river dolphins.
  • Experience local culture through cooking demonstrations and  piranha fishing
  • Village visits and shaman blessing ceremonies.
  • Discover the traditional dances and music of Amazonia during our Happy Hour receptions
  • Taste the flavors of the rainforest in our dining room with our exclusive chefs, while admiring stunning views of the Amazon
  • Fixed Departures
  • From: Iquitos and Nauta dock

"Shore excursions afford an opportunity to observe Amazonian wildlife in its natural habitats and learn about the traditions and customs of the indigenous peoples who have lived along the river for thousands of years".

Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

The second-largest protected natural area in Peru is Pacaya Samiria. Its biodiversity, which includes more than 1000 animal species and 965 wild plant species, makes it a haven for nature lovers. Oxbow lakes like Lake El Dorado and indigenous communities who supplement their incomes through experiential tourism initiatives live in the Reserve’s humid, tropical, and flooded forests, which form an independent ecosystem.

About the ship

Accommodation: Up to 40 passengers with private facilities. With the ability to accommodate a child in each cabin.

  • Suites (16): 21 m2 / 226.04 ft2. Suites with convertible twin or California king bed,
    panoramic floor-to-ceiling window; 8 with private balcony; 4 interconnected suites ideal for families.
  • Master suites (2): 23 m2 / 247.57 ft2 Suite with convertible twin or California king bed, panoramic floor-to-ceiling window with 90° view.
  • Zafiro suite (1): 44.60m2 / 480.07 ft2, 180-degree front facing window Suite with
    convertible twin or California king bed, panoramic floor-to-ceiling window with 180° view, balcony, Jacuzzi-style bathtub, and convertible sofa bed.

Cabin Features. All suites on the vessel come with: Air Conditioning, Twin beds convertible to a King size California Double bed, Desk, wardrobe, chest of drawers, hair dryer, Private bathroom with shower, Amenities, Mini bar, Safety box, Internal Phone, Peruvian cotton sheets.

Common Areas: Indoor Lounge & Bar, Outdoor Jacuzzi & Bar, Indoor reading lounge, Observation deck, Exercise room, Massage room, Dining room, Boutique.